crown prince

A 'crown prince' is typically the male heir to a throne, destined to become the next king or emperor.

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Definition

(formal, historical)The male heir apparent to a throne, who is first in line to become king or emperor.

The crown prince attended the royal ceremony, symbolizing his future role as king.
After the king's abdication, the crown prince will ascend to the throne.

(informal)A man expected to succeed to a leadership position in an organization or enterprise.

He is considered the crown prince of the company, set to take over when the current CEO retires.
The crown prince of the tech industry is expected to revolutionize the market.

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